ARE YOU AN EFFECTIVE LEARNER?
Are you an effective learner? If you like to check,here is a learnometer to check yourself..
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Do you plan, make a rough copy of, and check your homework or assignment before copying it out neatly?
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Do you voluntarily revise a subject even if exams or tests are not due for some time?
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If you are having problems with a subject, do you talk it over with your teacher as soon as you can?
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Do you do complete your homework or assignment in advance of its deadline?
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Do you have a place at home where you can study without being distracted?
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Do you take notice and act upon the comments and suggestions your teacher might make about your work?
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Do you keep a record of the “language” (terminology) used in each subject, especially if that subject is science?
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Do you use the library, internet or other learning aids regularly to help with your studies?
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Have you always kept your exercise books or folders in good order and up to date?
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Can you easily spot the main points of a topic when reading a text book and make extra notes from them?
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Do you plan your use of time by writing down what you have to do and by when?
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Do you know ways of improving your memory when revising?
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Do you plan ahead for tests or examinations?
Read on to find out what your score means…
“YES” TO AT LEAST TEN QUESTIONS:
You are well on your way to becoming an effective learner.
LESS THAN TEN “YES” ANSWERS?:
Follow the advice, and you, too, can be an effective learner!